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Cody Gibson

Machesney Park

Summary

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Tow Truck Driver

Haas
Rockford
10.2023 - 06.2025
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Provided courteous customer service at all times by being friendly, helpful, and professional.

Welder

Rock Energy Systems
Janesville
12.2021 - 10.2023
  • Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.

Welder

Hennigworldwide
Machesney Park
07.2017 - 12.2021
  • Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
  • Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.

Education

Welding Certificate -

Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL
08.2012 - 05.2014

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Customer service
  • Roadside assistance
  • Safety compliance
  • Dispatch coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Relationship building
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical skills
  • Decision-making
  • Forklift operation
  • Safe driving practices
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Deadline management
  • Stress tolerance
  • Cargo security
  • Recovering vehicles
  • Weight distribution understanding
  • Weather adaptability
  • Basic vehicle maintenance

Timeline

Tow Truck Driver

Haas
10.2023 - 06.2025

Welder

Rock Energy Systems
12.2021 - 10.2023

Welder

Hennigworldwide
07.2017 - 12.2021

Welding Certificate -

Rock Valley College
08.2012 - 05.2014
Cody Gibson